How to Make Nigerian Goat Meat Pepper Soup
Nigerian Goat Meat Soup is a spicy soup made with goat meat, aromatic spices, and herbs.
Ingredients
- 1 kg Goat meat (cut into small pieces)
- 2 tbsp ground crayfish
- 4-6 Fresh chili peppers (adjust to taste, blended or chopped)
- 1 tbsp ground uziza seeds (optional)
- 1 large onion sliced
- 2 cubes seasoning (e.g., Maggi or Knorr, Dash)
- 1 handful scent leaves (substitute with basil if unavailable)
- Salt to taste
- 1 Prekese or Yanghanyanghan (optional)
- 2-3 Selim peppers (uda pods):
- 2 Garlic cloves (minced, optional)
- 1 tsp Black pepper
Instructions
Prepare the Goat Meat
- Wash the goat meat thoroughly under running water.
- Place the goat meat in a large pot. Add half of the sliced onions, seasoning cubes, black pepper, and a pinch of salt.
- Add enough water to cover the meat and boil for 20-30 minutes, or until the meat is tender.
Add Pepper Soup Spices
- Once the goat meat is tender, add the calabash nutmeg, selim peppers, and prekese if using.
- Add the ground crayfish and blended chili peppers.
- Pour in additional water if needed to create enough soup for serving. Allow the soup to boil for another 10-15 minutes to let the spices infuse.
Final Seasoning
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt or more chili as needed.
- Add the remaining onions and minced garlic (optional) for added flavor.
- Finally, add the scent leaves (or basil) and simmer for another 2-3 minutes.
Serving Suggestions
- Serve hot as a starter or main dish.
- Pair with boiled yam, plantains, rice, or just enjoy it on its own.
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